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Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Ref: AS6707525

Southampton, UK

£65,000

  • Permanent
  • Process Optimisation Expert
  • Strategic Project Leadership
  • Mentoring And Team Development

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Principal Manufacturing Engineer with extensive experience in high-value manufacturing sectors, such as aerospace and automotive, focusing on digital transformation and process optimisation. Specialised in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, they have a track record of leading complex projects. Their career highlights include significant roles in national aerospace and mid-sized automotive firms, where they spearheaded the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies.

This professional thrives in dynamic environments, consistently delivering improvements in production efficiency and quality assurance. Adept at mentoring and leading cross-functional teams, they ensure that projects adhere to timelines and quality standards, fulfilling strategic business objectives with a collaborative approach.

What makes them great?

  • Technical Leadership: Proven capability in leading manufacturing engineering projects, resulting in production efficiencies and quality enhancements in large-scale operations.
  • Communication and Influence: Skilled communicator with the ability to work effectively with stakeholder groups across functions, ensuring buy-in and smooth implementation of engineering solutions.
  • Mentoring: Committed mentor to junior engineers, enhancing team capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within engineering teams.

Areas of expertise

  • Process Optimisation: Expert in enhancing manufacturing workflows leading to improved efficiency and reduced cycle times, evidenced by a 20% reduction in key product lines for a national aerospace company.
  • System Implementation: Proficient in deploying sophisticated manufacturing systems inclusive of MES, PLM, and ERP, aligning technological solutions with business processes to optimise operational performance and data accuracy.
  • Strategic Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability in steering multidisciplinary teams through complex project landscapes, achieving targets and elevating production standards across various manufacturing settings.